Take on the Megavalanche from £TBC
Essential, Premium & Luxury packages
All Packages Include;
Bed and Breakfast
A ‘No entry’ money back guarantee*
Secure bike storage and wash stations
BBQ & Beer night on the house!
Outdoor movie night.
Convenient chalet locations situated in Alpe D’Huez village.
Knowledgeable resort hosts to help assist your holiday.
Optional add ons.
Return airport transfers from Geneva.
Early arrival/late departure available.
Day trip to Les 2 Alpes Bike Park.
Small print…
Our Megavalanche package’s DO NOT include race entry.
It is the responsibility of each guest to enter the event directly with the event organisers.
*If you cannot get an event entry before the end of January, a full refund will be issued.
Prices above are based on sharing with one other. Single room occupancy available upon request.
The quoted price does not include tourist tax (tax de sejour). Each guest will need to pay between 2.5-3.5 euros in taxes for each night they stay in resort. This will be added to your final invoice or collected upon arrival.
Email – mtbtrailhub@gmail.com
Essential Megavalanche Package £TBC
Chalet Hotel – Belle Etoile
Unavailable
Self Catered
Megavalanche Accommodation
£TBC
Unavailable
Luxury
Megavalanche Package £TBC
Chalet – Namika
Unavailable
Premium Megavalanche Package £TBC
Chalet – La Foret
FULL
Premium Megavalanche Package £TBC
Altiport Chalets
FULL
Essential Package - Belle Etoile
Trail Hub’s essential package is based from the Belle Etoile chalet hotel. This biker friendly location sleeps up to 26 riders and is situated only 100 metres from Alpe d’ Huez town centre.
Access to the mountain can either be via a short roll downhill to the Alpe Express lift station or a 5 minute pedal to the DMC gondola.
The penthouse area of the chalet is where the breakfast is served. Enjoy a continental breakfast and coffee whilst taking in the views across the valley.
Located on the bottom floor of the chalet is the sauna, step outside to find an incredible south facing deck. It’s the perfect place for some last minute bike prep or a few beers in the hot tub!
Each room comes with twin beds and an ensuite bathroom.
Directly outside of the Belle Etoile is a short stay lay-by for guests to use upon arrival. At the corner of the Route de Coulet there is a free 20 bay car park. Additional free roadside parking is also available nearby.
If you have any additional questions about the Belle Etoile please get in contact here.
Premium Package - La Foret
Premium chalet La Foret is based in the Old town area of Alpe d’Huez and hosts up to 19 guests. The chalet is located just 5 minutes from the town centre or under a minute from the old town high street.
The easiest access to the trails is via the Alpe Express gondola which is only 150 metres from the chalet door.
On the middle floor or the chalet you can enjoy the incredible lounge/dining area with an adjoining south facing balcony. expect uninterrupted views across the valley, this must be one of the best places for a post ride beer!
On the ground floor, you’ll find a the relaxation area, complete with indoor hot tub and sauna. The perfect place to chill out after a big ride.
If you’re planning to drive, there are four parking spaces located in front of the chalet or a handful of additional spaces very close by.
If you have any further questions about La Foret please get in contact here.
Premium Package - Altiport Chalets
We have multiple premium chalets available located in the Altiport area of Alpe d’Huez.
Each chalet is located mountain side and perfectly set up to help you make a success of your Megavalanche holiday.
All of our Altiport chalets are of a classic Alpine Style, with a light, spacious feel and sunshine filled balconies.
The easiest way to access the mountain is via a blue trail which is located under a minute away from the chalet door. At the foot of the blue trail you have direct access to the Rif Nel Gondola.
Each chalet comes with secure bike storage, bike washing facilities and repair stations.
A HUGE bonus when booking our Altiport chalets gives you the option to arrive early and stay later, extending your Mega experience. Arrive from 30th June and stay until 13th July 2024.
If you’d like to arrive before the 1st July or stay later than the 8th July this is an additional service. Please get in touch to disscuss further.
When booking a premium package at our our Altiport chalets, we will allocate each party to the most appropriate location.
Single occupancy or shared rooms are available.
We provide the service every racer needs to feel at ease and meet new people. The the only worry you’ll have is how to survive the race!
If you have any questions about our Altiport chalets, please get in contact here.
Luxury Package - Namika
Chalet Namika is our 4 star luxury accommodation, located in the Les Bergers area of Alpe d’Huez.
It’s a mountain side chalet which comes with incredible views in every direction.
located almost a stones throw from the chalet, riders can cut into the lower section of a blue flow trail. This trail will take you directly to the Rif Nel gondola!
The Namika hosts up to 16 guests comfortably across 7 spacious rooms. Directly outside the chalet is parking for 2/3 vehicles along with a large decking area. Relax in the outdoor hot tub, tinker with your bike or chill out in the sun after a big day on the mountain.
The chalet boasts a large secure bike store, massage chair, steam room and even it’s own private cinema room!
For additional vehicles, street parking is available close to the chalet or a large car park is located a short walk away.
Early arrival IS available at chalet Namika. If you’d like to get a few days of practice in before the main crowds arrive this can be arranged. To discuss this further please get in contact.
If you have any additional questions about this accommodation or early arrival please get in contact here.
Breakfast + Evening meals
We offer a continental buffet breakfast every morning with eggs to get you fuelled and ready for a big days riding. Tuck into delicious 2 course evening meals 4 out of 7 nights along with our group BBQ on the final night.
Les 2 Alpes day trip
As a guest staying with the Trail Hub you will have the option to add transfers to a great bike park called ‘Les 2 Alpes’.
Les 2 Alpes have been investing into their trails and are now offering some awesome flow lines. Lets not to forget this venue is also home to the mountain of hell!
This day trip is scheduled for the day before Megavalanche qualification.
Our transfer will depart early morning and pick you up after last lifts. The drop off zone will be in Venosc where you can buy your lift pass.
It is the responsibility of each rider to wait at the allocated pick up and drop off zones at the allocated times.( More details about this upon arrival).
If a riders is to miss a transfer, a private transfer can be arranged which will be at the riders own expense.
Lift pass not included.
If you’d like to add this to your holiday package. It MUST be confirmed before making your final holiday package balance.
Transfer cost – £45 return pp
Lift pass – 29 euros
Les 2 Alpes; 13 DH tracks, 4 Enduro
Largest descent – 1500 mts!
If you’d like any further information please get in contact here
‘No entry’ money back guarantee explained
Our Megavalanche holidays DO NOT include race entry. It is the responsibility of each guest to enter the event directly with the event organisers.
When event entries are available, click here to secure your entry.
If you book our package before you acquire a race entry, we offer a full refund to anyone unable to get an entry before the end of January. (Proof of unavailble entry required)
To put it as simple as possible – If you cannot get an entry before the end of January, a full refund will be issued.
Maintenance bays + Wash stations
You will have access to bike washes and tools stations for the duration of your stay. We have various stations around Alpe d’ Huez for you to use which will either be located at your accommodation or nearby. Your closest bike service station will be pointed out to you upon arrival.
Bed Linen + Towels
Fresh bed linen and towels are included as part of your stay.
Early Arrival Explained
Early arrival is available at certain chalet locations upon request.
If you’d like to join us before everyone else arrives please get in touch.
Please state;
- Proposed arrival date.
- Which chalet/package you are booked into.
- How many riders are in your group.
Megavalanche Accommodation Packages
We have 3 holiday packages situated in Alpe d’Huez, all set up to make your Megavalanche easy! Meet like minded riders at a budget which suites you.
Each location is set up for groups + solo riders alike and includes;
- Secure bike storage.
- Nearby or onsite bike repair & wash station.
- Bedrooms shared with 1 other unless stated otherwise (Single occupancy available at request.)
- Wellness areas.
- Outside areas with mountain views.
- Nearby or onsite parking.
Not sure what to expect?
Read our first timer’s guide to racing the Megavalanche here.
The Megavalanche FAQ
Since 1995, each year, thousands of riders drop in from the famous “Pic Blanc glacier” in Alpe d’Huez! Racers start 3330 meters high, and descend to the finish line in Allemont 2600 meters below.
This ENDURO MASS-START descent makes it the longest and craziest race in the world!
How much does it cost to race the Megavalanche?
The event entry cost varies year to year. Typically an 8 day lift pass with race entry will set you back around 150 Euros.
You also have the option to add insurance to your race entry for around 9 euros per day.
*Your event entry is NOT included as part of the holiday package*
Flying to Alpe d’Huez ?
The nearest airport is Grenoble, however flights can be limited during the summer. The biggest nearest airports are Geneva and Lyon. It’s possible to rent a car or book a transfer to Alpe d’Huez.
We offer Geneva return Transfers for £69 each way. Please note this will be a limited service and you MUST read all information about our transfers before booking your flights
Please get in contact if you’d like to use our transfer service.
How long is the Megavalanche?
The total distance of Megavalanche is 22 kilometres, the best riders finish the race in about 40 minutes whereas mere mortals are around the 50min-1hr 15 mark. The whole descent is 2,610 m from Pic Blanc, which stands at a massive 3,330 metres!
Can anyone race the Megavanche?
The technical answer is ‘Yes’ but the real answer is ‘No’. Any rider can enter the event including children. However you will be descending 2600mts with multiple terrain changes throughout the race. A good level of bike fitness will be needed as well as a competent level of bike skills to make this race enjoyable.
It is possible to enjoy the race at your own pace and navigate the descent slowly whilst taking in the trail. Not everyone in this race is a pro rider.
What happens to me if I don’t ‘qualify’?
Everybody qualifies for the race after the seeding runs. You will all race from the glacier, whether Saturday OR Sunday, in the level group in which you qualified for on Friday.
For example;
MEGAVALANCHE group (Sunday) : the 350 best riders (from 1st to 35th of each qualification wave).
CHALLENGERS group (Saturday) : from 36th to 70th of each qualification wave.
AMATEURS group (Sunday) : from 71st to 94th of each qualification wave.
AFFINITY group (Saturday, individual start) : from the 95th to 130th of each qualification wave.
Ladies and e-bikes have their specific start saturday morning.
Which race will I be in?
The Megavalanche has options for all ages and skill levels. They offer separate races for e-bikers, women and kids, along with 3 different starts for amateurs, challengers and The main Megavalanche race. Everyone races on the same track (kid’s start lower down), so as long as you can get through the technical sections, you can find the right group for you! Your group will be determined from your qualifying race result.
